Teacher of Psychology – Independent School – Cambridge

A respected co-educational independent school in Cambridge is seeking a talented and academically strong Teacher of Psychology to join its thriving Sixth Form provision. The school is known for outstanding academic results small class sizes and a culture that values intellectual curiosity and independent thinking.

Psychology is a highly popular A-Level subject within the school with strong uptake and excellent examination outcomes. Many students progress to Russell Group universities to study Psychology Neuroscience Medicine and related disciplines.

The Role

This is a specialist post teaching Psychology at KS5. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality A-Level teaching combining theoretical depth with clear examination preparation and discussion-based learning.

Your responsibilities will include:

Teaching A-Level Psychology
Preparing students for examination success through structured assessment and feedback
Encouraging independent research and critical thinking
Supporting university preparation and personal statement guidance
Contributing to academic enrichment such as lecture series or research clubs

Small class sizes allow for seminar-style discussion and detailed individual feedback.

The Department

Psychology sits within a strong Social Sciences faculty alongside Economics and Politics. The department operates with a scholarly approach emphasising research methodology evaluation skills and applied understanding.

Department strengths include:

Consistently high A-Level outcomes
Strong university progression rates
Shared academic resources and collaborative planning
Enrichment through guest lectures and academic competitions

Students are articulate engaged and accustomed to independent study.

The School

Located in Cambridge with excellent transport links the school combines historic character with modern facilities. Academic standards are high and pastoral systems are strong.

The school promotes:

Small teaching groups
A broad co-curricular programme
Structured academic mentoring
Professional autonomy for teachers

Facilities include well-equipped teaching rooms modern ICT provision and a dedicated Sixth Form centre.

Who Were Looking For

The successful candidate will:

Hold QTS or equivalent qualification
Demonstrate strong academic credentials in Psychology
Have experience teaching A-Level Psychology
Show a scholarly and research-informed approach
Be willing to contribute to wider academic life

Independent sector experience is welcome but not essential for a strong candidate with excellent subject expertise.

Whats On Offer

Competitive independent school salary
Small academically motivated classes
Strong academic culture
Excellent facilities and CPD opportunities
A prestigious Cambridge independent school setting

This is an excellent opportunity for a Psychology specialist to thrive within an academically ambitious independent school environment